Inter Miami star and Argentina legend Lionel Messi may be on the verge of a surprising temporary switch to Galatasaray, with growing reports suggesting the Turkish Super Lig giants are preparing a January loan proposal. According to Fotomac, the reigning Turkish champions are actively exploring the possibility of bringing the eight-time Ballon d’Or winner to Istanbul to secure valuable playing time for him ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
Messi recently signed a contract extension with Inter Miami, tying him to the MLS side until the conclusion of the 2028 season, by which time he will be 41 years old. While the deal is widely viewed as the final major contract of his illustrious career, the iconic forward could still feature briefly in another league if all parties reach a mutual agreement.
For the move to go through, consensus must be reached between Messi, Inter Miami and Galatasaray. The timing of the MLS post-season break is seen as an opportunity that could make the offer appealing to the Argentine captain, potentially allowing him to embark on a short-term stint abroad without disrupting his long-term commitment in the United States.
Should the arrangement materialise, Messi would join forces with Super Eagles striker Victor Osimhen in a high-profile attacking partnership for the Yellow and Reds. Osimhen has continued to shine for the Turkish side, delivering an outstanding performance on Wednesday by scoring his first-ever Champions League hat-trick in their commanding 3-0 victory over Ajax.
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